Lincoln Business Builder (Nov. 2011)

The LINCOLN BUSINESS BUILDER November 2011 Published monthly by the Home Builders Association of Lincoln Volume 48 No. 11

Photo courtesy of Huskers Baseball

November General Membership Meeting & Election Night

Win an Apple iPad2 or Garmin Nuvi

6:00 p.m. - Social • 7:00 - Dinner

Find out how on page 13.

Monday, November 14, 2011

Darin Erstad, Head Coach of the Husker Baseball Team Sesostris Shrine Center 1050 Saltillo Road • Hwy. 77 & Saltillo Road Cost - $20 per person • No shows will be billed Save us a call and send your RSVP by November 8 to info@hbal.org or call 402-423-4225.

Find the Frog!

Details on page 4.

nebraska title comPany

Powerhouse Staff

Featuring President Vickie Williamson Vickie Williamson President

“Vickie is a well respected leader in the industry and has the experience to take Nebraska Title Company to the next level”.

How did you get started in the business?

Right out of school I moved to Houston Texas and needed a job. A family friend worked at a title company. I had no idea what a title company did, or what exactly it was that I was getting myself into, I jumped in feet first. From that experience, I got hooked on the title business. I took the title experience I had gained to Nebraska Title Company.

What accomplishments are you proudest?

Having the opportunity to serve as our company’s President would have to be #1 as far as my career is concerned. On a personal level I am most proud of the opportunity I have had to be a grandmother to our two grandchildren. One of life’s greatest blessings.

Patrick Lutz, Esq

The best advice I received?

Be willing to step out of my comfort zone, allow myself to grow as a person, take some risks, believe in myself.

How will your business change in the next decade?

Technology and social media will continue to challenge us to make face-to-face contact with our customers and establish personal relationships.

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Experienced

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President’s Message November 2011 Vol. 48, No. 11

Contents

Lois Hartzell, HBAL President We are entering the Holiday Season and Thanksgiving is just around the corner. What am I thankful for and why?

I started pondering this question in the middle of October as I traveled to meet with a NAHB Builder 20 group. I met with 19 other small production/custom builders from across the United States. After two days with them, I had learned so much.

The first was: I/we are not alone. Each of them has or is experiencing everything we have gone through or are dealing with. We talked about what we did to improve or lessen the blow from this new market we are in.

I learned how to watch the market to see when the upswing is occurring, the importance of cash and how valuable it will be when growth starts to occur. If you are holding onto bad assets, you need to do everything in your power to get rid of them. I truly recommend getting involved with a NAHB Builder 20 group because having friends who have walked in your shoes is priceless.

So . . . . What am I thankful for? I am thankful for the challenge of adversity and the blessings received. I recognize I am a strong person and these past few years have made me a much better person. I have the confidence to succeed when the unexpected arrives. Do I always get the answers I thought I would get? Absolutely not! I am happy with the outcome of these obstacles and each makes me a better person. I am thankful for adversity, unanswered prayers and knowing God has a plan for me.

Enjoy the Holiday Season!

Celebrating

60

YEARS

President’s Message 3 Upcoming Events 4 Dolls vs. Wheels 5 Santa Cop 5 Annual Coat Drive 5 Member News 6 General Membership Meeting 8 The All-American Home 9 Political Action Honor Society 11 Spike Appreciation Month 12 The Winning Hand Membership Drive 13 Sporting Clay Shoot 14-17 Directory Changes 18 New Members 18 Renewals 19 Cancellations 19 2012 Election 20-22 Quinn’s House 23 Forklift/Aerial Boom Lift Certification & Training 24 10-Hour OSHA & First Aid 24 Tuesday Training 24 Building Permits 26

President’s Message

1951-2011

Home Builders Association of Lincoln

6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, NE 68516 (402) 423-4225 phone • (402) 423-4251 fax www.hbal.org • info@hbal.org The Lincoln Business Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of Lincoln, 6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, NE 68516. The Lincoln Business Builder is mailed to all members of the HBAL. The Home Builders Association does not accept responsibility for or endorse any statements or claims made by advertisers or authors of any articles.

The annual subscription rate is included with your membership dues.

Mike Benker Jennie Korth Publisher Editor, Photographer, Design

Executive Committee Lois Hartzell, GMB, CSP, President Dan Klein, Sr., President Elect Mike Rezac, 1st Vice President Perry Haralson, 2nd Vice President Dan Walker, Secretary Bob Bryant, Treasurer Mike Rezac, Immediate Past President Jerry Boyce, Executive Board Mike Benker, Executive Vice President Board of Directors Jeff Bielenberg, Eric Hoke, Ken Inness, CGP Justin Johnson, Mike Kinning, Matt Kleinschmit, Jo Lewis, Mike May, Brock Peters, Chuck Pfenning, Gary Reese, Ken Svoboda Remodelers Council Jenny Samek

National Directors Steve Fulton, CGP Mike Goings, CGP, CSP Allen Barber, Alternate Lois Hartzell, GMB, CSP, Alternate Mike Rezac, Alternate National Life Directors Jim Christo, CGR, CGB, Joe Hampton, Duane Helmink, John Hoppe, Jr., Ward Fred Hoppe, Joe McKee, Robert Peterson, J. Greg Schwinn, Bob Stephens, Jerry Witthuhn Past Presidents Mike Benker, Rick Krueger, Dan Kubr, Donn Mann, Sam Manzitto, Roger Reynolds, CGR, CAPS, Don Rowe, Greg Shinaut, CGP, Ken Westerhold HBAL Staff Kayla Harrison, Jennie Korth & Ashley Murphy 3  Lincoln Business Builder

Upcoming Events

Calendar of Events Remodelers Council Meeting Speaker: Christine Hunt & Craig Steward, EcoStores Nebraska 11:30 a.m.

Cost: $10.00 per person Lunch at Valentino’s • 35th & Holdrege Street

Nov. 2

Nov. 8-9

Forklift & Aerial Lift Certification (see pg. 24) 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

NCS Equipment • 5450 Alvo Road

Nov. 10

HOMEPAC 9:45 a.m.

HBAL Office • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C

Nov. 10

Board of Directors 10:30 a.m.

HBAL Office • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C

Nov. 12

Santa Cop 9:00 a.m. until completion Lincoln Northeast High School Shop 2635 N. 63rd Street (west side of school)

Nov. 14

General Membership Meeting Speaker: Darin Erstad, Husker Baseball 6:00 p.m. Social • 7:00 p.m. Dinner Cost: $20.00 per person Sesostris Shrine Center • 1050 Saltillo Road

Nov. 22

Tuesday Training - Record Keeping & Logs 8:00 a.m. $25 for HBAL Members/$50 for non-members HBAL Office • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C

Nov. 23-25

HBAL Office Closes at Noon on Nov. 23 for the Thanksgiving Holiday

“It’s Vegas Baby!”

HBAL Christmas Party Thursday, December 8

November General Membership Meeting & Election Speaker: Darin Erstad, Husker Head Baseball Coach Darin Erstad was named the 23rd head coach of the Nebraska baseball program and the fifth since 1947 - on June 2, 2011.

One of the most decorated baseball players in program history, Erstad was a first-team All-American and finalist for the USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award in 1995 before embarking on a 14-year career in Major League Baseball.

Erstad wrapped up his professional career in the fall of 2009, after playing for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros. During his career, he helped the Angels to a World Series title in 2002 and two other American League playoff appearances.

Erstad spent the majority of his career playing for the Angels and was one of the greatest players in their franchise history, as he ranks in the top five on team charts in seven categories, including hits, runs, doubles, total bases, RBIs and stolen bases.

A two-sport star at Nebraska, Erstad was a first-team All-American and Big Eight Co-Player of the Year as a junior in 1995. He finished his Husker career holding school records for most hits (six), runs (six), and RBIs (six) in a game; most hits (103) and total bases (194) in a single season (1995) and most career hits (261). In addition to his exploits on the diamond, Erstad was also the starting punter for the Huskers’ 1994 national championship football team, helping NU to a 13-0 record.

Darin, and his wife, Jessica, have three children.

Find the Frog!

Find this guy in the Lincoln Business Builder and be the third person to call the HBAL office (402-423-4225) with his location and your meal at the next General Membership Meeting is on us!

Congratulations to Linda Boyce, Boyce Construction, Inc. on finding the frog last month!

Only one call per member company will be allowed. Note that once you win, you are not eligible for 12 months. If there is not a third caller, the prize will not be awarded.

Social Hour ~ 6:00 p.m.

Dinner ~ 7:00 p.m.

Musical Comedy ~ 8:00 p.m.

Hillcrest Country Club 9401 O Street

Joey Libido and Sugar

Joey Libido & Sugar bring a high-octane, high-energy, lowbrow Vegas lounge act filled with your favorite ‘70s hits that sizzles with comedy, kitsch and is guaranteed to make this event the most talked about soiree of the year!

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Dolls vs. Wheels | Santa Cop | Annual Coat Drive

HBAL’s Toys for Santa Cop Project

vs.

Saturday, November 12, 2011 9 a.m. ~ Until Completion

Once again, we are sponsoring our very successful Dolls of HBAL vs. Toys with Wheels. In 2010, we collected 107 dolls, 84 toys with wheels and 36 other gifts for girls and boys at Christmas.

This year, we are repeating the “Dolls of HBAL vs. Toys with Wheels” project in hopes of bringing joy to even more children. So, guys and gals, it’s time to shop ‘til you drop.

Let’s see if we can fill the HBAL office with shiny new toys.

Will we have more dolls or toys with wheels? Only Santa’s elves know the answer.

Note: When shopping for dolls, keep in mind ethnic dolls are a big hit with a lot of little girls

The Dolls of HBAL vs.

Toys with Wheels Project _____ Yes, I’ll buy a doll and deliver it to you prior to December 15. _____ Yes, I’ll buy a toy with wheels and deliver it to you prior to December 15. _____ Yes, I’ll ask others to participate in The Dolls of HBAL vs. Toys with Wheels Project. _____ I would like to help deliver them. _____ No, I can’t help at this time.

Name: Company: Fax this form to 402-423-4251 or mail to HBAL, 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C, Lincoln, NE 68516

Lincoln Northeast High School Shop 2635 N. 63rd Street (west side of school)

Thanks for all you do to make this annual project a great success!

Donations to help pay for the materials may be sent to:

HBAL 6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C Lincoln, NE 68516 RSVP to 402-423-4225 or fax 402-423-4251 ____ I cannot attend, but here is my donation of $_____ to the Santa Cop Project. ____ Yes, I will be there.

My guests:

____ No, I can’t attend.

Name:

Company: You don’t have to be a carpenter to help. We have lots of jobs for the inexperienced but willing workers!

HBAL’s Annual Coat Drive It’s time again for HBAL’s Annual Coat Drive. Bring your coats, mittens, hats or other warm clothing or blankets to the HBAL office or the November General Membership Meeting. HBAL will take all donations to the People’s City Mission in November. Our members have been so generous the last few years, we hope to once again provide warm clothing for many of Lincoln’s needy citizens.

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Member News

Member News Lamb Joins Goings Homes Team Mike and Vicki Goings are pleased to announce the addition of James Lamb to the Goings Homes team. Goings Homes has been building custom-designed single-family homes and townhomes since 1993, most recently specializing in energy-efficient high-performance homes and third-party “Certified Green Built” homes. This business focus is what makes James the perfect fit to help guide Goings Homes into the future.

James’ past experience in the building industry is extensive. He is licensed with the National Association of Home Builders to certify new homes as “Green Built” and with the Environmental Protection Agency to certify homes with the Energy Star Label. In fact, in 2010 the EPA named his company Energy Star Partner of the Year. In addition, his company also specialized in retrofitting existing homes with energy-efficient insulation and window packages.

“Mike Goings has brought together a team of top-quality contractors and vendors that work together to produce one of the best built homes on the market,” Lamb said. “His focus on energy efficiency and high quality construction, as well as Goings Homes reputation for honesty, integrity, customer service and organization are what attracted me to this opportunity.”

“It is very important for us to begin to “turn over the reins” of our company to someone who understands what it takes to build a highperformance home, who shares our belief in Christ and who has the respect of others in our industry and community,” Goings stated.

Mike and Vicki will continue to be involved in day to day operations to help ensure the success of James and his wife, Tyley, as they move towards full ownership of Goings Homes over the next five years.

402-483-7575

With Sympathy Our deepest sympathy to Deb Bell, MetLife Home Loans, and her family on the loss of her father, Jake Von Busch, Jr. Jake passed away on September 27.

Our deepest sympathy to Dan Stahr, Earl Carter Lumber Co., and his family on the loss of his father, Floyd Stahr. Floyd passed away on October 11.

Our deepest sympathy to Kirk Havranek, Ready Mixed Concrete Co., on the loss of his father, Eddie Havranek. Eddie passed away on August 15.

Congratulations

Congratulations to John Hoppe, Jr., Hoppe, Inc., who was installed as the 92nd President of the Realtors Association of Lincoln at the Installation & Awards Banquet on September 28.

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Contact your dealer

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General Membership Meeting

Haymarket Arena Update at the October General Membership Meeting

Dan Klein, Sr. (Regal Building Systems, Inc.) & Mike Rezac (Rezac Construction, Inc.)

Linda Heiman (Reimers-Kaufman Concrete Products Co.) & Eileen Campbell (Culligan Water Conditioning)

John Haney, Kiann Ridgeway & Amy Haeffner (Lincoln Federal Savings Bank) & Jeannette O’Brien (Broadcast House)

Bob Caldwell (Hampton Enterprises, Inc.), John Badami (DLR Group) & John Hinshaw (Mortenson Construction)

Ben Klein & Shawn Krause (Lincoln Laminating, Inc.)

Mark Aksamit (Earl Carter Lumber Co.)

Joe Hampton (Hampton Enterprises, Inc.) & Ron Ecklund (HBE Becker Meyer Love, C.P.A.’s)

Lois Hartzell (Vistar Homes, Inc.) & Jim Christo (Christo Design Build, Inc.)

Sherri Walker & Donna Shinaut (Home Real Estate) & Mary Beth Fulton (Fulton Construction, Inc.)

Bob Peterson (Prairie Gold Housing, Inc.) & Delrae Hirschman (Delrae Designs)

Vladimir Oulianov (Woods Bros. Realty) & Chuck Pfenning (Nebraska Title Co.)

Kurt Beck & Scott Davis (Lincoln Drywall Service & Architectural Products)

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The All-American Home

The All-American Home A residential builder in Montana is challenging builders to reallocate their spending and buy 5% more American materials vs. the cheaper, foreign made products. According to his Facebook page, Anders Lewendal believes this 5% shift in the residential building industry would add $14 billion to the US economy every year.

That would be enough to employ the entire population of Grand Island, Kearney, Fremont, Hastings, North Platte and Norfolk at about $40,000 a year.

Can this be done? Lewendal is proving so by building an all-American made home. A home he hopes will be a blueprint for creating jobs in America. Lewendal acknowledges that buying American-made products and materials can be more expensive, but not by much. Currently the All-American Home only costs 1-2% more than a foreign-sourced house.

Lewendal’s All-American Home was recently featured on ABC’s World News Tonight’s series “Made in America.” The corresponding ABC article (http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/business/2011/10/how-to-build-a-made-in-america-home/) included a list of those products being used in constructing the All-American Home. We’ve included a portion of the list below. We encourage you to take this challenge and do your part in making a change.

Made-in-America Building Products Product 2×4’s and 2×6’s Bathroom pedestal lav Bathroom toilet seats Bathroom toilets Boxes Breakers Caulking Copper fittings Copper pipe Ductwork Electric panel Exhaust fans Exhaust hoods Foam board Furnace Furnace disconnect Gun nails Hangers/pipe insulators Kitchen sink/faucet Master shower Nuts/washers Paint Plumber Putty Plumber tape Plywood PVC Fittings Rebar Recessed cans Recycled glass Screws Spray insulation Spray paint Staples Telephone wire Water Heater Windows

Manufacturer/Supplier State RY Lumber MT Mansfield IL Kohler AR Mansfield IL Allied OH Eaton/Cutler Hammer PA White Lightning OH Elkhart Products Corp.

IL Cerro Flow Products Inc. MO Norwesco WA Eaton/Cutler Hammer PA Broan WI Broan WI Dow IL Trane TX Eaton/Cutler Hammer PA Maze IL Sioux Chief MO Moen NC Aquaglass OR Perine Danforth WA Sherwin Williams OH Hercules NJ Smith/Cooper CA Potlatch ID Sioux Chief MO Nucor UT Juno/Schneider Electric IL Livingston Landfill MT Por Pac CO, CT JM Corbond MT, TX Rustoleum IL Sturgeon Bay WI 3M MN Bradford White PA Amsco Windows UT

The All-American Home On the web: http://buildingbozemanhomes.com/ On Facebook: http://tinyurl.com/3eg3jpv In the New York Times: http://tinyurl.com/64sxhny On ABC World News Tonight: (fast forward to 9.5 minutes) http://tinyurl.com/3vzf6zk

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Builder and Banker?

You shouldn’t have to be both. Partner with Cornhusker Bank and get the financial tools you need.

• Latest construction market statistics to help you succeed • Local decisions on residential and commercial construction loans • Pre-sold, spec, lot, and development products Perry Haralson, Vice President 434-9337 • 11th & Cornhusker

• Mini-permanent and extended lock programs to help manage interest rate risk

Let’s talk about how you can build a more profitable business.

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Political Action Honor Society

Political Action Honor Society Purpose: This honor society is for the entire membership of HBAL. No recognition is given in the point chart for past achievement since the basic concept is one of an ongoing political involvement each year. It is the intention of PAHS to reward those members who are actively participating in political functions. It is designed to promote participation and achievement among a large segment of our membership. This program is designed to raise political awareness and bring credit to the home building industry.

Qualification: To maintain membership in HBAL’s PAHS, members must re-qualify each year by obtaining 100 points. The qualification period for membership and recognition is January 1-December 31 each year. This is a yearly qualification for all levels of political involvement (city/ county/state). The program is based on the honor system, with each member completing an annual application which outlines his/her total point accumulation each year. This application must be submitted to the HBAL office for review no later than December 15 each year.

Name: __________________________________________________ Company: ____________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________ Phone:_______________________________________________________

MEMBERSHIP ACTIVITY

POLITICAL ACTIVITY

HBAL President................................................................(40 points) ____

Any public office holder..................................................(100 points) ____

Officer/Director/GAC chairperson ....................................(20 points) ____

Candidate for public office............................................... (60 points) ____

Government Affairs Committee member ........................ (10 points) ____

Committee member for a political candidate ...................(30 points) ____

Presentation on behalf of HBAL to any governing body ....(5 points) ____

Holding position on governing or regulatory body ...........(30 points) ____

Individual HBAL census data kept up to date.....................(2 points) ____ or company employees= census kept up to date ............(10 points) ____

Hosting a candidate’s fundraiser .....................................(20 points) ____

2 points each (10 maximum) for membership in other community groups ......................................................(total) ____ 2 points each to speak before community groups on behalf of HBAL ........................................................................(total) ____ 2 points for each NSHBA/NAHB meeting attended ............... (total) ____ 2 points for each NSHBA/NAHB active committee membership .............................................................................(total) ____

10 points for each $250 donated to HOMEPAC or political candidates ..............................................................(total) ____ 10 points for each $250 fundraising acquired from others ......(total) ____ Voting for HBAL’s entire slate of candidates/issues ........(10 points) ____ 5 points for each hour of candidate phone bank calling or walking a candidate’s district ...................................................(total) ____ 2 points for each hour of placing candidate’s yard signs .........(total) ____

2 points each for HBAL logo on business card, yard signs, billboards or other advertising ...............................(total) ____

1 point for each HBAL, NSHBA, NAHB call to action response ..................................................................................(total) ____

1 point for each general membership meeting attended..........(total) ____

Misc. – call HBAL for ruling/points............................................(total) ____

10 points for each new member signed up ..............................(total) ____

Subtotal of Political Activity points earned:........................(subtotal)_____

Maximum of 50 points from this column ..........................(subtotal) _____

TOTAL POINTS NEEDED: 100 -- TOTAL POINTS EARNED: ______ I hereby acknowledge that the above information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Signature of Applicant: ______________________________________________ Date: ______________________

____Approved by Govt. Affairs Committee ____Denied by Govt. Affairs Committee

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Spike Appreciation Month

November is Spike Appreciation Month The Spike Club

Growing Our Strength Through Member Recruitment, Retention and Involvement Recruiting new members to your local association is an activity recognized and rewarded through the Spike Club. Those who participate are called Spikes, and they are among the most valued members of the association.

Member-to-member recruitment and retention efforts are the largest source of growth for the federation. As such, Spikes, those members who participate, are highly valued because of the grassroots growth and stability they bring. These efforts lend to the development of the general membership and our leadership pipeline, keeping the face of the federation true to that of our industry and the scope of interests we represent.

Spikes are the membership leaders of our federation, building the voice, power and influence on every level, in every state.

Spike Club Q & A What are the benefits of becoming a Spike?

The real benefits are intangible—you are recognized for your contributions to the association and regarded as an accomplished and connected member. Additionally, Spikes receive: • A coveted invitation to the biggest party of the year, the Spike Party at the International Builders’ Show®* • Increased visibility, recognition and networking opportunities at industry events • Unique and valuable lapel pins for each level of achievement.

• Additional VIP treatment throughout the year *Eligibility postcards are sent only to eligible Spikes who have at least 6 credits and one new member recruitment credit between Jan. 1 and Oct. 31. The recruitment credit may be composed of one full credit received when a new Builder or Associate member is recruited or two ½ credits received when Affiliate or Council members are recruited.

How do I become a Spike?

Before becoming a Spike, you are a Spike candidate. That means you have earned between one and five credits. Once you earn your sixth credit, you become an official NAHB Spike!* Spike credits are earned by recruiting and retaining HBAL members.

To retain your status as a Spike you must earn a minimum of one new Spike credit (new or retention) each year until you reach a total of 25 credits, at which point you are elevated to Life Spike status. * Providing you have earned those six credits within two consecutive membership years.

How do I earn Spike credits?

Members earn one credit for each new member they sponsor. When that member renews after his or her first year of membership, the sponsoring member automatically gets one renewal credit. Every year the member renews thereafter, the sponsoring member will receive a ½ renewal credit.

How can I get tickets to the Spike Party at IBS®?

You must be a Spike in good standing as of October (having at least 6 credits) and you must have earned at least one new member credit.

Spike Rolodex Every day, you do business with dozens of home building-related companies that are prospective HBAL members. The Spike Rolodex is a helpful list to create a customized “prospect Rolodex” of 101 potential new member recruits. Update the list as your business contacts expand and as your prospects become HBAL members. Check your list against the association roster to identify non-members, then ask those prospects to join HBAL. The more you recruit, the higher you will move up the Spike Club ladder.

To download your Prospect Rolodex, go to www.NAHB.org and search “Prospect Rolodex.”

West Gate Bank is Lincoln’s Bank

for Mortgage and

Construction Loans

Topas ofTen September 30, 2011

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Jim Crawford Jim Christo Joe McKee Sam Manzitto Bob Gabriel John Hoppe, Jr. Steve Fulton Roger Reynolds Tom Trainor Bob Stephens

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Scott Williamson

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Construction Lender 323-8968

Whether you’re building, buying, or refinancing, choose West Gate Bank for your home loan. Contact one of West Gate Bank’s experienced lenders or go to www.westgatebank.com to get started on your home loan today. www.westgatebank.com | 434-3456 | member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender

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The Winning Hand Membership Drive

The Winning Hand Membership Drive

Prizes will be awarded to the top three individual recruiters.

d or a P i n Win a in Nuvi!!!

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First Place Apple iPad2

Second Place Garmin Nuvi 465T

Third Place $200 Gift Certificate to Midwest Unlimited

Diamonds (11) Captain: AnDee Harris

Spades (8)

Allen Barber (5) • Andes Painting, LLC • J.M. Barber • Fisher Custom Builders • R & T Poured Walls • Crawford & Holthus Construction Jerry Maher (1) • Lemke Meens Construction Roger Bumgarner (1) • Monkey Bar Storage Solutions Sam Manzitto (1) • B Squared Construction/Natural Floors John Hoppe, Jr. (1) • Quality Fence Company Chuck Schmidt (1) • NLN Construction Bob Gabriel (1) • MetLife Home Loans

Captain: Mark Aksamit Lois Hartzell (3) • Sadoff Iron & Metal • Midwest Unlimited, LLC • Frontier Bank Greg Schwinn (1) • Robison Design Build, LLC Mark Aksamit (1) • Emerald Homes Jim Crawford (1) • Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Co. Kurt Ramaekers (1) • Outback Fence & Stain Bill Richter (1) • Oak Creek Sporting Club

Clubs (7)

Hearts (6)

Captain: Adam Albee

Captain: Delrae Hirschman

Herb Reese (1) • CRS - Concrete Restoration Specialists Dan Klein, Sr. (3) • Innovative Homes & Design, Inc. • Valley Boys, Inc. • Erickson Homes, Inc. Bob Bryant (1) • Schrock Innovations Greg Shinaut (1) • JR Premier Designs Duane Hartman (1) • Windstream

Current Poker Hands

Justin Brandt (1) • Golden Rule Contractors Blake Collingsworth (1) • Stone Worth Innovative Concrete Products Mike Rezac (1) • Crocker Construction, Inc. Bob Ruskamp (1) • Heartland Professional Home Energy Raters, Inc. Erik Hoke (1) • Russ Bohaty Electric, Inc. Jenny Samek (1) • Norman Plumbing, Inc.

For each new member, a poker card was dealt to its respective team. Once each team has recruited five new members, they have a full hand. For each new member after the first five, the team captain can choose to discard one of their first five cards to take a chance and draw a new card.

Team Spades: 8-D, 7-C, 6-S, 5-S, 4-D

Team Diamonds: Q-S, Q-D, Q-H, 7-S, 7-D

Spades have eight new members. They discarded their J-S on August 12 and drew a 5-S. They have two cards available to draw at this time.

Diamonds have eleven new members. On August 15, they discarded your A-C, 10-C, 9-H and drew a Q-S, 7-S and 7-D. They have three cards available to draw at this time.

Team Clubs: A-S, K-D, 8-H, 8-S, 3-H Clubs have seven new members. They discarded their 3-C on August 12 and drew a K-D. On August 15, they discarded their 10-H and drew a 3-H. They have no more cards available to draw at this time.

Team Hearts: 10-S, 10-D, 6-D, 5-H, 3-S Hearts have six new members. They have one card available to draw at this time.

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Sporting Clay Shoot

Fourth Annual Sporting Clay Shoot October 13, 2011 • Oak Creek Sporting Club First Place • First Flight Second Place • First Flight

Third Place • First Flight

Reimers-Kaufman Concrete Products Co. Stark, Kuper, Rezac, Dworak, Mavis

First Place • Second Flight

Second Place • Second Flight

John Henry’s Plumbing, Htg. & A/C & SCC-Milford

Third Place • Second Flight

Window Option Specialists & Rels Title 84 Lumber

First Place • Third Flight

Second Place • Third Flight

Earl Carter Lumber Co.

Third Place • Third Flight

CC Contracting

Hans Electric, Inc. & Rezac Construction, Inc.

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Shelter Distribution & Neemann & Sons

Sporting Clay Shoot

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Sporting Clay Shoot

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Elite Station Sponsors Earl Carter Lumber Co. Lincoln Laminating, Inc. Lincoln Winlectric Lincoln Winnelson Co. & John Henry’s Plumbing, Htg. & A/C Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co., Inc. Window Option Specialists & Integrity Windows

Standard Station Sponsors 84 Lumber Bouwen’s Plumbing Building Products, Inc. Eric’s Electric, Inc. Guardian Building Products Hawkeye Distribution, Inc. Lee Sapp Ford/Mercury Lincoln Lumber Co. Lincoln Winair Company Nebraska Furniture Mart Rels Title Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc. Stephens & Smith Construction Co. Third Generation Builder Titan Machinery

Prize Sponsors Christensen Lumber Co. Earl Carter Lumber Co. Guns Unlimited Lincoln Laminating Lincoln Winlectric Lowe’s Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Tall Tine Taxidermy

BBQ Sponsors Lincoln Lumber Co. Building Products, Inc. Guardian Building Products Hawkeye Distribution, Inc. Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc.

Water Sponsor Culligan Water Conditioning 16  Lincoln Business Builder

Sporting Clay Shoot

Individual Results 1st Place Hank Rezac • Shot 90

2nd Place

3rd Place

Josh Peters • Shot 89

Dick Mavis • Shot 88

Deck of Cards Raffle Randy Taylor received a 12 Gauge Shotgun

King of Hearts Shawn Stranathan won half the pot: $105

Side Games Adam Albee and Will Kanabe each received a $50 gift card to Bass Pro Shops

Thank You!

Terry Kriz and everyone at Oak Creek Sporting Club

Sporting Clay Shoot Committee Mike Benker • Kirk Bender • Tom Harrison • Eric Hoke • Jennie Korth • Dick Mavis • Gary Reese • Mike Rezac

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Directory Changes | New Members

Directory Changes

Welcome New Members

• Baltazar’s Masonry & Construction Services, L.L.C. is now Baltazar’s Stone, Inc. The new phone number is 402-614-8006.

• Dawn Montecuollo is the new principal member at CKF – Consolidated Kitchens. Phone: 402-525-2466 ext. 106.

Email: dmontecuollo@ckfo.com.

• Jim Meyerhoff is the new principal member at Dworak Plumbing.

• Matt Cooper, Edwards Stone a Division of Trading Landscapes, Inc., is no longer an affiliate member.

• James Lamb is the new principal member at Goings Homes, Inc. Address: 2909 Bonacum Street, Lincoln, NE 68502.

Phone: 402-477-8881. Cellular: 402-450-7702.

Fax: 402-477-9101. Email: james@goingshomes.com.

• Kim Betancur is a new affiliate member at Granite Transformations of Omaha. Phone: 402-486-6681.

Email: kbetancur@graniteomaha.com.

Website: www.granitetransformations.com.

• Noah Greenwald is the new principal member at INSPRO Insurance. Email: ngreenwald@insproins.com.

• Ashley Abramson is the new principal member at Legend Homes and Hausmann Construction. Phone: 402-875-3909.

Email: ashley@hausmannconstruction.com.

Website: www.hausmanndevelopment.com.

• New address for Midwest Unlimited, LLC is 1750 W. O Street, Lincoln, NE 68528. Fax: 402-434-5449. Cellular: 402-875-3979.

Website: www.midwestunlimited.com.

• Marilyn Wimer is a new affiliate member at Nebraska Title Co. Phone: 402-450-3890 or 402-327-2904.

Email: mwimer@nebtitlelincoln.com.

• Linda Heiman is the new principal member at Reimers-Kaufman Concrete Products Co. Email: lindah@reimerskaufman.com.

Phone: 402-202-8936. Website: www.reimerskaufman.com.

• Jim Christo is the principal contact at South Shore Builders, LLC. Cellular: 402-432-0590. Email: jim@southshoretownhomes.com.

Steve Fulton is an affiliate member. Cellular: 402-430-9979.

Email: steve@southshoretownhomes.com.

• Jim Freitag is the new principal member at Versa-Lok. Email: jfreitag@versa-lok.com.

Website: www.versa-lok-midwest.com.

• Brent Adams is the new principal member at Weathercraft Co. of Lincoln. Phone: 402-450-5204. Email: brentadams52@gmail.com.

• Arla Meyer is the new principal member at Woods Bros. Realty.

Address: 17141 A Street, Lincoln, NE 68510.

Cellular: 402-434-3801. Alternate phone: 402-434-3868.

Email: arla.meyer@woodsbros.com.

• Larry Millhouse, Janis Faller and Sharon Wulf, Woods Bros.

Realty, are no longer affiliate members.

• Thane Jensen is a new affiliate member at Woods Bros. Realty.

Address: 3737 S. 27th Street, Lincoln, NE 68502.

Phone: 402-450-2004.

Crawford & Holthus Construction

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Principal: Greg Crawford

12583 South 96th Street, Roca, NE 68430 Phone: 402-423-3944 Email: gcf1952@windstream.net Sponsor: Allen Barber, Barber Homes and Remodeling

Norman Plumbing, Inc. Principal: Michael Norman

4217 Progressive Avenue, Ste. 3, Lincoln, NE 68504 Phone: 402-464-5721 Fax: 402-464-6364 Email: norman9@windstream.net Sponsor: Jenny Samek, Briggs, Inc. of Lincoln

Oak Creek Sporting Club Principal: Terry Kriz

2890 W. Road, Brainard, NE 68626 Phone: 402-545-3111 Email: oakcreektrk@hotmail.com Website: www.oak-creek-club.com Sponsor: Bill Richter, EMO Flooring Company

R&T Poured Walls

Principal: Thomas Rakow 1901 Old Cheney Road, Pleasant Dale, NE 68423 Phone: 402-795-2400 Email: thomasrakow@msn.com Sponsor: Allen Barber, Barber Homes and Remodeling

Moving?

Be sure to contact the HBAL Office at

402-423-4225

to update your contact information.

Renewals | Cancellations

Thanks for Renewing Your Membership!

Natural StoNe • Naturally Special

(Please allow 60 days for names to appear on this list.)

Al’s Johns, 12 years American Electronics, Inc., 23 years Aqua Systems, 12 years Becker Construction, Inc., 8 years Brian Hester Heating & A/C, Inc., 10 years Capital Patio & The Flame Shop, 37 years Carlisle Insulation of Lincoln, 21 years Casburn Construction, 23 years Cummins Sprinkler, 23 years Dahlman Horst Painting, Inc., 4 years Dworak Plumbing, 23 years Fireplace Center, 21 years Goings Homes, Inc., 15 years Home Real Estate, 60 years Hoppe, Inc., 60 years Humm & Sons Poured Concrete, 10 years Krueger Development, 24 years Loeck Designs, 27 years Mann Customs, Inc., 36 years May Custom Homes & Cabinets, Inc., 23 years Micek & Crouch, P.C., 25 years MK Builders, Inc., 2 years Nebraska Bank of Commerce, 3 years Nebraska Housing Resource, 6 years Olsson Associates, 18 years PDI, Paul Daniels Interiors, 17 years Piccolo Electric, 23 years Pride Homes, 10 years Re-Bath of Lincoln, 2 years Rels Title, 20 years Renewal by Andersen, 4 years Seeds of Life, Inc., 13 years Simeck Carpentry, 7 years Stark Siding, Inc., 5 years

Sorry to See You Go! If you see your company listed below, contact HBAL at 402-423-4225 to renew your membership TODAY!

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2012 Election

HBAL 2012 Election Ballot No. 1

Ballot No. 2

First Vice President

Builder Directors

Mike Kinning, Kinning Design Build

Second Vice President Perry Haralson, Cornhusker Bank

Secretary

Dan Walker, Mutual of Omaha Bank

(Vote for Three)

Herb Reese, Reese Construction, Inc. Justin Johnson, Hoppe Homes, LP Mike May, May Custom Homes & Cabinets, Inc.

Treasurer

Associate Directors

All of the above positions are for one-year terms.

Nothing in the bylaws prevents anyone from standing for re-election.

Ken Svoboda, Ray’s Lawn & Home Care Lance Roach, JL Exteriors, Inc. Lori Pippitt, Lincoln Cabinet

Bob Bryant, Bryant, Katt & Associates, P.C.

First Vice President

Mike Kinning, Kinning Design Build Mike started in the building industry in South Sioux City in 1979 and has been a member of HBAL since 1986. Mike along with his wife, Mary, and Jerry and Julie Sydow founded Kinning-Sydow Builders in 1986 after moving to Lincoln. In 2010, the ownership changed to Mike & Mary along with their son, Matt. They are a team that specializes in designing and building custom homes in the Lincoln area.

Mike has been involved in HBAL’s Habitat for Humanity, Santa Cop and Lincoln Lighthouse projects. He also serves on the HBAL Board of Directors, NSHBA Green Build Council and Horizons Community Church’s Property Management Committee.

He enjoys spending time with his family and friends, golfing, Nebraska football and going to Lincoln Stars hockey games.

Second Vice President

Perry Haralson, Cornhusker Bank Perry is the Financial Officer with Cornhusker Bank. The bank has been an HBAL member for 21 years and Perry has been an active member for seven years.

Perry is involved with several non-profit, civic and political organizations such as Friendship Home and the Nebraska Bankers Association Leadership Program. His involvement in HBAL consists of Parade of Homes committee, member of the board of directors, volunteer for Santa Cop, HOMEPAC, Lincoln Home Builders Care Foundation Board and various other activities.

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(Vote for Three)

Perry is married to Jennifer and has two sons, Coben - 8 and Caiden - 5. He earned his undergraduate degree in finance from the University of Nebraska, a masters in business administration from National University, and a graduate degree in banking from the University of Colorado. Perry believes strongly in the growth and benefits of a healthy housing and construction industry. Perry enjoys reading, golf, soccer and spending time with his family.

Secretary

Dan Walker, Mutual of Omaha Bank Dan has been in the banking business and an active member of HBAL since 1986. Dan started working in the banking industry over 25 years ago and has worked at Mutual of Omaha Bank since March 2010. Dan was on the board of Habitat for Humanity and is currently serving on the board of Rebuilding Together. He remains active with Habitat through HBAL’s Blitz Build by serving on the HBAL committee.

He is also responsible for lining up painters for the HBAL Habitat houses. Dan is past president of Rebuilding Together with Christmas in April, which assists in the repair of low income elderly owner-occupied homes in Lincoln. He has also been a team leader for the Lincoln Paint-a-Thon since 1990. He has served on the HBAL Board since 1995 and has been secretary and on the Executive Committee since 1999. He is also the chairman of the Community Service Committee. Dan is on the Special Events Committee. As a member of the Toys for Santa Cops Committee, he is primarily responsible for fundraising. Dan was named 1996 HBAL “Associate of the Year.”

2012 Election

Treasurer

Bob Bryant, Bryant, Katt & Associates, P.C. Bob has been involved in the accounting business for over 40 years. Bryant, Katt & Associates has been a member since 1986.

Bob owned Bryant Bookkeeping for 18 years and then merged into Larsen, Bryant & Associates, P.C. in 1988. They have a current staff of 14 Accountants. They specialize in local business accounting service and income tax preparation.

Bob has been a member of HBAL for over 30 years and has served as Treasurer of HBAL for seven years. Bob and his wife, Phillis, have been married for 43 years. They have four children, all active in Lincoln. Rob is an Allstate agent and investment broker; Jason is an owner and CPA at Bryant, Katt & Associates; Mike is employed with Pegler Sysco; and Shannon is an accountant at Union Title. They have fifteen grandchildren, and Bob is an avid golfer when not working or spending time with his grandchildren.

Builder Directors

Justin Johnson, Hoppe Homes, LP Justin graduated from the Construction Management department at the University of Nebraska in 2001 and has been managing the construction division of Hoppe Homes for ten years.

Hoppe Homes has been a member of HBAL since 1990 and has been in the construction industry for over 20 years.

Their main focus is single family home construction, but also get involved in multifamily and commercial construction projects.

During the last ten years, Justin has participated in HBAL community projects such as: Santa Cops (building toys for underprivileged children) and Habitat for Humanity. He has served on the HBAL Board since 2009. He is proud to be a member of HBAL and looks forward to doing his part to keep it the great association that it is.

Justin and his wife, Amy, have five children: Gregory (8), Lillian (6), Damien (5), Gemma (3) and Paul (1). He enjoys spending time with his family, playing sports and working on those never ending home improvement projects.

Herb Reese, Reese Construction, Inc. Herb has been in the home building business for 30 years and has been a member of HBAL since 1984.

Reese Construction is a family-owned business; Herb’s wife Katie does the financial aspect while he does the construction aspect.

The company has four full-time carpenters and Erin is their office manager.

Herb was Chair of the Remodelers Council in 1994 and is currently on the Golf Committee. He has helped with the Lighthouse project and Bathroom project with Quentin Waltke. Herb has also helped with ramp builds and the Santa Cop project. Herb is a Spike member and active in the membership drive.

His hobbies include family and church.

Mike May, May Custom Homes & Cabinets, Inc. Mike has been in the building business for 43 years and has been a member of HBAL for 23 years. He has served on the Board of Directors since 2006.

Mike started May Custom Homes in 1974 along with his dad, Paul May. He and his wife, Evon, now own the company and they have three employees. They primarily build custom homes but also do some remodeling. Part of their organization includes a custom cabinet shop in Waverly.

Mike has been involved with the Santa Cop project and has volunteered at the ABC Construction Fair at Lincoln Northeast High School every year. He helped distribute fliers for the mayor’s race in 2007 and is currently serving on the Building Code Task Force.

Mike and Evon have a daughter, Sara (son-in-law Joel), who is a third year resident in internal medicine at UNMC. Mike is also an avid sports fan.

Associate Directors

Ken Svoboda, Ray’s Lawn & Home Care Ken and his family have operated Ray’s Lawn & Home Care in Lincoln for 46 years. Ken attended UNL in the Architecture program and upon returning to the family business began the landscape division where he’s concentrated his creative design in both the commercial and residential markets. “I take great pride in designing a landscape that allows my customers a comfortable area to relax while

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2012 Election helping maintain their home as an investment” Ken said.

Ken has been a member of HBAL for over 20 years and served on the Lincoln City Council for 8 years. He’s also serves on a variety of non-profit boards and commissions including Junior Achievement of Lincoln, LIBA, Willard Community Center and the Better Business Bureau of Lincoln. “Giving back to the community that has given me so many opportunities is very humbling and rewarding.”

Ken and his wife Pam have two adult children and four granddaughters ranging in age from 2 to 11 years. He loves golf but finds little time to play, maybe in retirement like most others in the homebuilding industry.

Lance Roach, JL Exteriors, Inc. Lance has been in the construction industry for 14 years and started JL Exteriors almost 10 years ago.

The JL Exteriors team specializes in siding, windows, doors, roofs, decks, gutters and stucco. They also provide snow removal services.

JL Exteriors strives to beat the expectations of their clients and focuses on quality, customer service and education.

Lance and wife Courtney love spending time and doing activities with their two boys, Mason (5) and Hudson (2).

Lori Pippitt, Lincoln Cabinet Lori grew up in Sidney, Nebraska and attended the University of Nebraska at Kearney graduating with a four year degree in Kitchen & Bath Design. She worked in Ft. Collins, Colorado obtaining background in cabinetry construction and lighting design before moving to Lincoln where she has worked at Lincoln Cabinet for 15 years. She is a Certified Kitchen & Bath designer whose primary focus is in residential kitchen and bath remodeling. She works directly with her clients creating new spaces and managing projects from design through completion. Lori obtained her CGR-Certified Graduate Remodeler and CAPS-Certified Aging in Place Specialist designations through the National Association of Home Builders in 2006. As a CGR she has broadened her scope of work to more than just kitchen and baths and often will work on first floor remodels, additions and basement finishes.

Through her experience in the industry and her design creativity she has “created a name” for herself in kitchen remodeling. She truly enjoys going through the process of redesigning spaces with homeowners to make them better. From start to finish, she is someone they can count on for guidance and who will look out for their best interests.

She served as the Chair of the Remodelers Council in 2009 and 2010 and was active in educating members on the new EPA lead regulations. As Chair of the Remodelers Council Golf Committee for five years, she helped run a successful event, raising money for scholarships given to local high school seniors and SCC-Milford students. Lori has been an active member of HBAL, participating in community projects such as Santa Cop, Habitat for Humanity, Dolls vs. Wheels Toy Drive, Remodelers Council TP Run and Mitten Collection for local elementary schools.

In her spare time she enjoys golfing, reading, traveling and spending time with friends and family. She also loves attending sporting events and goes whenever possible!

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Quinn’s House

Quinn’s House

On June 30, 2011, a very special group of people broke ground on a house for a very special little girl. Quinn was born in December 2006 and shortly after, her parents found out their precious beautiful baby had a heart defect. After surgery she had some severe complications which lead to brain trauma.

Now, this almost five year old is continuing to improve, learning new skills and overcoming obstacles. And thanks to some generous people in the Lincoln community (including some of our very own HBAL members), she will soon have a new home built just for her with her special needs in mind.

“As a family, we sold our house, and thank God for sending us a miracle, and a lot of very talented people. We are embarking on building Quinn a new home that will be accessible for all her physical needs. It’s looking like it is going to be a community project in many ways, and I hope and pray that Quinn affects the lives of many of these people who are helping build our home.

Helping educate them to see that a disability is only part of who she is, and that she still has so much more to offer.”

- Susan Otte, Quinn’s Mom To read more about Quinn, go to http://quinnotte.blogspot.com If you are interested in assisting in this project, please contact Greg Shinaut at 402-437-1717.

Oct. 20, 2011 - Ken Inness, Skyline Homes, and his crew work to prepare for the trusses.

The Place to go for Everything Fireplace and Stone!

“Bringing Quality to Life”

You won’t find a larger selection of fireplaces & stone in town!

Our showroom displays 37 fireplaces and over 170 brick and stone samples. Also available at Lumbermen’s: • Wood & Pellet Stoves • Grill Islands & Kitchens • Erosion Control Products

• Outdoor Firepits • Paving Stones • Stone Veneers • Brick

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Forklift/Aerial Boom Lift Certification & Training | 10-Hour OSHA & First Aid | Tuesday Training

Educational Opportunities Forklift/Aerial Boom Lift Certification & Training

10-Hour OSHA Classes with First Aid & CPR Training Cost to attend each class is $200 for HBAL Members and $250 for Non-members. Seating is limited. Lunch is included.

info@ncsequipment.info HBAL and NCS Equipment invite you to get your OSHA Aerial lift & Forklift certification and see demonstrations of NCS equipment.

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November 8th or 9th 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Forklift training: 8-12, Lunch: 12-1 & Aerial Lift training: 1-5 (both days)

10-Hour OSHA Class with First Aid & CPR Training Date: November 16-17 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Place: HBAL Office Instructor: SMI 10-Hour OSHA Class with First Aid & CPR Training Date: December 14-15 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Place: HBAL Office Instructor: SMI

Tuesday Training Cost to attend a 3-4 hour class is $35 for HBAL members and $70 for Non-members. Cost to attend a 1-2 hour class is $25 for HBAL members and $50 for Non-members. Seating is limited.

Must Pre-Register and Pre-Pay to Attend!

Record Keeping & Logs Date: November 22 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Place: HBAL Office Instructor: SMI

Please send company information, contact information & payment along with individuals names to info@HBAL.org or 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C, Lincoln, NE 68516.

Personal Protective Equipment Date: December 27 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Place: HBAL Office Instructor: SMI

$50 Per Person | All RSVPs must be received with payment by November 4th

Class space limited and we can only take first 150 RSVPs received.

Contact the HBAL Office at 402-423-4225 for more information or to register for any of the classes above or visit

www.HBAL.org/education/schedules.

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Visit us at www.DHMerritt.com We provide quick delivery and quality service.

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Special discount for HBAL Members!

10% discount on a service or repair First-time customers only.

“We Specialize in Fleet Service and Repair.”

Open: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

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Building Permits

Building Permits

City of Lincoln - 10 -Year Table SF Jan. 69 Feb. 108 March 93 April 102 May 106 June 113 July 124 Aug. 132 Sept. 84 YTD 931

2002 TH 14 9 23 22 34 12 26 18 18 176

2003 MF SF TH 81 98 8 6 103 33 2 136 24 14 145 26 160 186 98 10 183 27 98 131 49 25 87 26 72 106 74 468 1,175 365

SF=detached single family - TH=townhouses - MF=multi-family (including duplexes) 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 MF SF TH MF SF TH MF SF TH MF SF TH MF SF TH MF SF TH 4 74 8 5 54 21 0 72 14 0 40 8 4 35 19 6 11 14 2 73 9 24 66 10 4 58 20 2 35 4 12 22 0 4 29 2 90 137 18 20 92 11 4 82 17 16 59 40 112 41 28 2 30 14 4 124 22 0 80 16 4 91 16 60 61 70 66 50 2 2 30 14 102 113 33 100 88 12 4 83 20 16 65 39 0 59 15 4 38 28 2 107 52 4 96 37 20 93 15 68 67 17 64 39 17 10 60 4 54 114 21 10 89 35 70 52 28 2 59 28 0 31 10 2 35 10 20 87 146 2 94 96 26 66 18 612 37 2 2 37 20 0 37 14 0 106 89 0 82 44 48 55 26 38 45 2 0 33 29 0 39 26 278 935 398 165 741 282 180 652 174 814 468 210 260 347 140 30 309 126

2010 TH 7 18 6 8 19 6 18 6 10 98

2011 TH 0 0 10 26 14 18 12 21 8 109

MF SF 2 22 60 26 8 42 0 28 0 39 4 34 0 38 2 35 10 31 86 295

2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 # Cost # Cost # Cost # Cost # Cost # Cost 19 333,000 7 87,400 9 1,364,460 2 52,000 6 152,980 3 80,100 13 426,676 4 314,300 9 141,600 5 125,240 3 99,500 7 178,700 34 613,750 33 1,283,155 36 589,154 10 206,900 11 317,000 18 452,005 52 560,472 56 539,511 62 1,208,366 10 198,413 19 706,474 15 908,366 57 907,924 55 818,301 52 809,323 9 183,000 9 148,500 20 340,080 59 520,942 62 481,374 19 543,997 14 297,872 12 460,740 16 603,388 49 645,103 46 728,615 11 212,984 17 554,070 15 697,500 9 248,618 44 433,967 56 807,215 13 583,602 8 244,470 11 219,300 12 478,200 43 585,123 32 558,017 14 556,083 15 407,066 15 375,278 16 1,011,333 370 5,026,957 351 5,617,888 225 6,009,569 90 2,269,031 101 3,177,272 116 4,300,790 13,586 16,005 26,709 25,211 31,458 37,076

Jan. Feb. March April May June July August Sept.

Total Avg. Cost

#

89 87 100 87 120 97 94 44 92 810

2006 Cost 1,007,372 967,125 1,147,674 706,214 1,042,668 985,229 1,072,119 433,967 674,348 8,036,716 9,922

#

88 78 107 88 115 97 117 110 94 894

2007 Cost 1,163,863 909,207 1,280,089 1,031,776 1,578,971 736,760 1,258,848 1,138,598 1,070,733 10,168,845 11,375

#

81 76 89 82 79 76 77 92 83 735

2008 Cost 907,619 947,505 800,412 877,275 723,878 662,915 1,143,624 1,264,374 962,319 8,289,921 11,279

#

71 76 72 85 65 89 96 77 78 709

2009 2010 Cost # Cost 784,232 57 502,454 706,588 69 600,743 946,927 125 1,229,150 813,112 154 1,386,859 617,270 124 931,223 766,615 117 754,480 1,172,764 161 1,181,825 790,319 119 1,006,147 778,464 124 976,777 7,376,291 1,050 8,569,658 10,404 8,162

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69 79 104 133 111 112 99 129 106 942

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